Stamford Park in Tameside, located on the border of Ashton and Stalybridge, offers a wide variety of activities, including paddleboarding, rowing boats, and crazy golf, making it a perfect summer day out for families.
Activities at the Boating Lake
The park's boating lake, managed by Ridgehill Enterprises, hosts paddleboard sessions at weekends at 10.30am and 11.45am throughout the summer, costing £15 per hour. Visitors can also book pedalo and rowing boat sessions at weekends from 1pm until 5pm, with prices at £5 for two people and £8 for four.
Crazy Golf and Splash Fountains
For those who prefer to stay on dry land, the Crazy Golf course is a family-friendly activity costing just £3 to play, with all equipment provided from the cafe. The park is also well-known for its splash fountains, which are hugely popular among children and run daily from 11am to 4.45pm for free.
Play Areas and Attractions
Kids will love the large play area with a sand pit, allowing them to enjoy beach fun without leaving Greater Manchester. There is equipment for older kids, including a zip line. The park also features a small land train that takes passengers on tours, open to both adults and children.
Stamford Park is home to a small aviary, open daily from 9am to 3.30pm, where visitors can see a selection of birds. For those who enjoy walking, there are numerous trails to follow, including paths through woodland.
Visitor Reviews and Facilities
Visitors have praised Stamford Park for its facilities. One visitor, Florence, wrote in a Google review: “Amazing choices for kids of all ages... also a playground surrounded by sand.. take your buckets and spades.” Another review by John said: “Kids love the water fountains area but it does get very busy at weekends. Also has a good sandpit play area and a couple of other play areas for slightly older kids. Ice cream van always at hand.” A third visitor, Catherine, wrote: “Good playground for mixed ages. Water sprinklers near to it and you can catch the train around the park there too. Could stay for the day and take a picnic.”
Pavilion Cafe sits in the heart of the park and is open daily from 10am to 3pm, offering hot and cold drinks, as well as breakfast sandwiches, toasties, and chips. Stamford Park is located at 235 Stamford St, Stalybridge SK15 1QZ.
